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Stop and swap unhelpful thoughts

The way we think about a situation shapes how we feel. This means that sometimes our thoughts about difficult situations can make them harder to deal with and see solutions.

Problem solving in stressful times

In difficult times, it can be hard not to feel overwhelmed. Our High Res app and website provide a range of free tools you can use to help your mental and physical health.

Update: Computer-based training trial for veteran wellbeing

Open Arms has temporarily suspended the Stepping Out Attention Reset (SOAR) trial due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We expect to start recruitment again in September 2020 and will extend the trial by six months.

Talking to children about COVID-19

It's natural to try and protect children from any stress or anxiety they may experience due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this doesn’t mean we should avoid talking to them about how they may be feeling at this time.

COVID19 – calming and coping

Across Australia people are feeling anxious - which is a completely normal reaction to the uncertainty we are facing around the impacts of COVID19. Importantly, as long as this anxiety does not become overwhelming, it can be channelled into positive actions to help us cope and maintain our wellbeing.